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Protecting The System Against Online Threats
Protecting The System Against Online Threats
Most PCs are now connected to the Internet and networks, making easier the spread of malicious software (malware), which includes trojans (also known as trojan horses), viruses, worms, spyware, adware, rootkits and other malicious or unwanted programs. Unlike viruses or worms, trojans do not replicate themselves but they can be just as destructive. On the surface, trojans appear benign and harmless, but once the infected code is run, trojans kick in and perform malicious functions to harm the computer system without the user's knowledge.
Like spyware and adware, trojans can get onto your computer in a number of ways, including from a web browser, via email, or in a bundle with other software downloaded from the Internet. You may also inadvertently transfer malware via a USB flash drive or other portable media. It is possible that you could be forced to reformat your USB flash drive or other portable device in order to eliminate the infection and avoid transferring it to other machines. (You don't want to be the one who infected your network at work because you were bringing in some music to listen to.)
Emsisoft Anti Malware is not a strong name on the antivirus market, but it cannot go unnoticed either. It is among the few AV applications backed up by two scan engines (Emsisoft's very own and Ikarus) in order to increase malware detection. The cost of the product is $40 but the developer offers it with a special 50% discount for Romania-based users. The try-before-you-buy policy applies in the case of Emsisoft Anti Malware too, and you have three days to test the program unhindered. If you need about a month to evaluate it, you have to register with a valid email and you will extend the trial period to 30 days.
Getting Emsisoft Anti Malware to run on your system is not as quick a procedure as in the case of other antivirus products on the market, like Immunet Protect or Panda Cloud Antivirus. Also, Emsisoft follows the traditional installation pattern of a security suite, presenting the user with a configuration wizard at the end of the installation process and before the application can be used.
You will have to go through several configuration steps before you can start to use the program at its full capacity: set up the updater, running a computer scan and customizing real-time protection options. All this should not take long and the settings can be changed whenever you need it. There are no bells and whistles attached to the interface and everything looks pretty rigid, but this does not affect ease of use one bit. All the menus of the software roll down in the left hand side of the application window allowing comfortable navigation. The status of the three layers of protection available (File Guard, Behavior Blocker and Surf protection) is displayed under the Security Status screen; here, you will also find information on the time passed since the last scan or the last update. Additionally, you get to see the current state of all protection modules included in the suite.
Scanning options present in the program are no surprise and cover both fast and target specific scans, as well as comprehensive checks. The engines can be directed towards the areas of the system preferred by malware or set to scan the entire machine. On demand, scanning is available straight from Windows Explorer context menu (only if you opted for this during program installation) and from this menu.
Testing Emsisoft Anti Malware's abilities to detect and eliminate malware showed that the dual engine protection sported by the program really pays off. The two scan engines managed to ravage our malware database and leave a very small number of samples. Out of the 16700 malicious items we put it up against, after an on-demand scan, only 1014 samples were left, everything else was quarantined. This translates into 94% efficiency.
Emsisoft Anti Malware showed a real talent at detecting malware with its two scan engines. It scored great and was not heavy on system resources (45%-50% CPU usage and an average of 90 MB of RAM were used). However, during our tests, it failed to put a stop to the activity of kernel based keyloggers and misinterpreted the actions of valid apps as malicious. Detection of false positives is among the chief inconveniences of the program and that is why it fits better with more experienced users. Payment Systems When Dealing With Chinese Traders Save Money on Taxes by Donating To ‘Tax-Exempt' Online Charities Connecting With Online Donation Group to Start a Fundraising Campaign Psychics That Won't Rob You Blind! The Truth About Online Psychic Hotlines Ridgeway Online Banking Availability How to Find the Best Online Billiard and Pool Tournaments how to make money online Online Faxing Is a Normal Part of Communications Convergence MAKE MONEY ONLINE How to start? Turkish Television Online - Get Instant Access To Thousands Of Channels Now Watch Life as We Know It Online Watch Live TV Online Program Online Stress Relief